I like to think of a distinction between bomb throwing in conversational an rages. I just want to annoy people, which i think is shameful. The main reason why it's bad is that it distracts attention from inquiry. If people are angry, they're not really listening to what you're saying. And so you have to somehow find a way to like them.
Philosopher Agnes Callard of the University of Chicago talks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about anger. Is anger something we should vilify and strive to eradicate in ourselves? Or should we accept it as a necessary and appropriate human emotion? Callard takes a fresh look at anger and has much to say about jealousy, desire, and forgiveness as well.